The Infinite by Lori M. Lee Audiobook Review

Kai always
believed the only danger to the city came from within. Now, with a rebel
force threatening the fragile government, the walls have become more of
a prison than ever.

To make matters worse, as Avan explores his
new identity as an Infinite, Kai struggles to remind him what it means
to be human. And she fears her brother, Reev, is involved with the
rebels. With the two people she cares about most on opposite sides of a
brewing war, Kai will do whatever it takes to bring peace. But she’s
lost her power to manipulate the threads of time, and she learns that a
civil war might be the beginning of something far worse that will
crumble not only Ninurta’s walls but also the entire city.

In
this thrilling sequel to Gates of Thread and Stone, Kai must decide how
much of her humanity she’s willing to lose to protect the only family
she’s ever known.

A fast-paced, action-packed thrill-ride, full of magic, betrayals, and
shocking revelations, THE INFINITE is a steaming hot read that's not to
be missed!

Now this is what I am talking about!! THE INFINITE was
just the sequel I was hoping for!! This sequel was nearly perfect, and
sooooo much better then THE GATES OF THREAD AND STONE!! Book one was
seriously lacking (See my review HERE)
on many aspects. But THE INFINITE has sealed my faith in this series
and has me more invested then I thought I would ever be after reading
this book. It did have a few hiccups along the way, but nothing to
drastic to defer my love and overall enjoyment from this book.

THE INFINITE was a tornado of betrayals, with back stabbing and shocking
revelations along the way. And I have to admit, one particular betrayal
I did NOT see coming at all. And I was more then a little hurt by the
duplicity. The world building was evenly plotted with the right amount
of treachery and power-wavers, magic, and rebels, and wild beastly
animals to keep the plot interesting and not have to much of one aspect
going on for too long. And I really liked that about this book, things
were always changing―loyalties, friendships, betrayals, hearts,
atmospheres, and so on... And it was refreshing to get such a complex
and entertaining follow-up from this series. Bravo Lori M. Lee, well
done with this explosive second installment to the GATES OF THREAD AND
STONE Series!!!

As for the characters, Kai pretty much stayed the
same as she did in book one, though I did find myself warming up more
to her sharp personality. But other then that there wasn't much
character growth or regress in her personality. But just like the first
book, Kai was willing to throw herself in the heart of danger to save
the ones she loves. And I've always enjoyed that about Kai, and it was
no exception in this book.

Now Avan was a totally different
character then he was in the first book. And I really had my qualms
about him from the very beginning, and was in a way let down with his
drastic change. Even though I knew it was crucial to the plot, I still
didn't like it. With Avan dying and being reborn as an Infinite, he lost
all sense of himself and his humanity. But he still managed to have
this strange love for Kia, and his protective instinct to keep her safe,
but that was about it. He thinks other humans below the Infinite, and
not capable of thinking for themselves. And that was a big change from
book one and a HUGE turn off too. Because I absolutely LOVED Avan
soooooo much in the first book, but not so much in this one. I REALLY
hope Kai weaves his memory threads and he get the pieces of himself
back, because if not, MASON he we come...

There was a slight lean
towards a possible love triangle. But by the end of THE INFINITE, I
think it's pretty clear it isn't going anywhere. But I have to admit
that I was entertaining the thought of Kai ending up with Mason,
especially with my loss of love for Avan. And I've ALWAYS loved Mason.
From book one I found him an awesome side character with strong
development with fierce and lovable character traits that quickly pulled
me to him. I think he would be great for Kai. But then again, if Avan
returned to his former self from book one, I think I would probably
prefer Avan over Mason. But if Avan doesn't pull that cork out of his
ass, and start acting like the sweet, sexy, slightly timid, but strong
Avan that I knew and loved from book one, oh well, then he'll continue
to lose my love for good this time!!! And that would be heartbreaking in
the least!!

THE PLOT

Kai is now living in the White Court
after her battle and defeat over Ninu, The City of Ninurta's last Kahl
before she killed him and severed his complete control over the
Sentinels, including her brother Reev. She's still trying to cope with
all she's been though and adjust to how much her life has changed since
that encounter that made her take a life, even one as vile and dangerous
as Ninu, but it still haunts her.

But as much as Kai tries to
deal with everything in the aftermath of her victory, their is one thing
she just cannot adjust too, and that is the drastic change in her long
time crush and love of her life Avan. After he was killed and brought
back to life as an Infinite with tremendous power pulsing at his finger
tips, he has changed, and she's seeing this new Avan with different
eyes. She feels in more ways then one that she failed him, and now with
no memories of her at all, and Avan's humanity all but gone, Kai just
doesn't know how to handle that, and if she should just let him go, or
fight for something that may never be again. Until Kai is forced to face
this new Avan head on, and she horrifyingly realizes just how much this
Avan has changed from her sweet, lovable, shy, but strong and
protective Avan that she knew and loved. And she has no choice but to
face the facts that he is gone, for good...

But her problems
with Avan become a back thought as a new threat is brought to the gates
of The City of Ninurta, and they're shocked with the reality that their
not alone, their is more life outside their walls, and they're in dire
need of Ninurta's aid. Kai is opted to be at the forefront of it all
since she saved the City from ultimate downfall at Ninu's hands by
defeating him and restoring control back to the Sentinels and the
people.

But Kai could have never been prepared for what's to
come on this epic journey across the void to this mysterious city in
need of help. And Kai quickly learns she'll need every bit of strength
and power she possess to overcome and beat this new threat at the City.
And to face all the threats that just keep coming and coming.

THE
INFINITE was really an awesome sequel that I highly enjoyed. From it's
fresh plot, to it's new betrayals, and shocking twist, and tremendous
personality change. THE INFINITE did not disappoint, and has me yearning
for Kai's next journey and what she'll endure next.

Overall, THE
INFINITE delivered way more then I anticipated after it's lacking
predecessor. And definitely opened my eyes to the lengths this series
can go and has me looking at Lori M. Lee in a new light. I highly
recommend this book, and if you can get through book one then I think
you'd be surprised at how much this sequel delivers and brings a whole
new twist to this world. I can't wait to read the third book and see
where it all goes next and if Kai will embrace her Infinite heritage and
become the strong, powerful being she was really born to be...

NOTE: I received a eARC from Skyscape for reviewing purposes! All
opinions expressed are my own and are not influenced in any way!

4 Stars

Lori is an avid writer, reader, artist, and lover of unicorns. She
should probably spend less time on the internet (but she won't). She has
a borderline obsessive fascination with unicorns, is fond of talking in
capslock, and loves to write about magic, manipulation, and family. She
lives in Wisconsin with her husband, kids, and a friendly pitbull.

4
comments:

After reading the Gates Of Thread And Stone I wasn't sure I'd pick up the sequel because it wasn't neither good nor bad, it felt lacking in something! But after your review I think I'm gonna give it a chance!eleonorerigby24(at)yahoo(dot)it

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